Revolutionizing Sun Care for a Healthier You and a Safer Planet

The Hidden Risks of Conventional Sunscreens

In a world where conventional sunscreens often harbor harmful chemicals, making informed choices is crucial for both your health and the environment. Commonly used chemical actives like Oxybenzone, Octinoxate, Octisalate, Octocrylene, Homosalate, and Avobenzone have been found to irritate the skin and contribute to environmental damage. These ingredients are not only toxic to coral reefs—even in minute concentrations—but also pose serious risks to human health. Studies have shown that these chemicals are absorbed into the body after just one application, and can be detected in urine within 30 minutes. Moreover, these chemicals have been found in 85% of breast milk samples, raising concerns about their safety for newborns and pregnant or nursing women.

Why Zinc Oxide is the Safe Choice

In response to these concerns, People 4 Oceans proudly offers a range of sunscreens featuring zinc oxide, the safest and most effective UV filter recommended by dermatologists. Chemical sunscreens absorb UV rays into the skin, convert them into heat, and release them from the body.  Zinc oxide sits on top of the skin, reflecting harmful UV rays without penetrating the skin. This makes it ideal for those with sensitive skin, young children (3 months and older), and pregnant or nursing women. 

Zinc oxide is the only FDA and TGA approved broad-spectrum ingredient, and unlike any other active ingredient, its concentration in a product has no limitation. Zinc oxide is also the only ingredient classified as reef-safe, ensuring that your sun care routine does not harm marine ecosystems. Our products use Eco-Certified Non-Nano zinc oxide, minimizing potential risks while maximizing skin protection to block UVA, UVB and Blue light (sun, computer monitors, tablets, phones, LED TV’s) from penetrating your skin and causing damage and aging. 

Why We Love People for Ocean

We’ve spent countless hours researching and testing products we’d not only put on ourselves but feel safe putting on our little ones. We love People for Ocean because of the results, the quality ingredients and the general ethos of their commitment to protect us and support reef conservation. We wholeheartedly stand behind this product and have chosen to partner with them to keep you safe.

Commitment to Eco-Friendly Practices

97% of sunscreens contain chemicals that are harmful to coral reefs, even at low concentrations. People 4 Oceans is dedicated to changing this by using reef-safe ingredients and implementing sustainable practices. Their sunscreens are formulated to biodegrade in aquatic environments and are free from water-polluting elements. They offer vegan alternatives by replacing beeswax with plant-based wax, meeting the demand for cruelty-free products.

Protecting Your Skin and Our Reefs

Our planet’s coral reefs are in dire trouble. In the past fifty years alone, we’ve lost nearly half of these vital ecosystems due to a mix of climate change, pollution, and destructive fishing practices. Recently, sunscreen pollution has emerged as a significant threat. With 40% of the world’s population living near coastlines and millions of tourists visiting coastal regions, the impact of sunscreen chemicals on our oceans is becoming increasingly evident. People 4 Oceans commitment to offering sun care solutions that protect your skin while preserving marine life.

Sustainability at Every Step

People 4 Oceans integrates sustainability into every aspect of operations:

• Manufacturing: Products are made in Australia using solar power and local ingredients like Australian zinc oxide and Tasmanian lavender.  Packaging is produced using sugar-cane bioplastics and post-consumer recycled plastics, reducing our carbon footprint. Additionally, Cotton pouches are handmade in Melbourne, supporting local businesses and a circular economy.
• Packaging: P4O uses sugar-cane bioplastic, which comes from a renewable resource and helps remove carbon from the atmosphere. This material also generates bioelectricity during its production, further reducing carbon emissions.
• Shipping: To mitigate the environmental impact of transportation, they offer carbon-neutral delivery for orders over $50, encouraging eco-friendly shipping options.

Supporting Reef Conservation

People 4 Oceans is dedicated to making a positive impact on coral reef conservation. They donate up to $1 from each product sale to support global reef conservation projects. The founders, who are reef restoration scientists, actively contribute to coral reef rehabilitation efforts in regions like Fiji and French Polynesia.

Join Us in Making a Difference

Choosing People 4 Oceans means choosing a brand that prioritizes your skin health and the well-being of our oceans. Explore the range of reef-safe sunscreens and join us in our mission to preserve coral reefs and promote environmental sustainability. Together, we can protect both your health and our planet.